Local news
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Mayor welcomes first babies of 2026 at Dundee Hospital
Dundee CourierEndumeni Mayor Mcebo Mkhize welcomes Dundee’s first babies of 2026 during a New Year’s Day hospital visit.
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Reports wrongly link Newcastle man to Ballito drowning
Local newsConflicting reports have emerged after a man drowned in Balito, with the NSRI confirming he was not from Newcastle.
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Watch: Surprise guest at mechanical workshop as hawk swoops in
Ladysmith GazetteBird experts believe that the 'spider-friendly' raptor will eventually fly out of the business.
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Ezakheni Marathon raises gender-based violence awareness
Ladysmith Gazette200 grocery hampers were given to elderly community members.
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Potholes cause car to crash into fence in Peacevale
Dundee CourierDeep potholes force a driver off Hajee Jamal Street, damaging a fence and renewing calls for urgent road repairs.
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Community helps capture frightened lost dog – puppies still missing
Local newsThe Newcastle SPCA and the broader community helped rescue a frightened dog after the New Year’s Eve fireworks. Puppies still…
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Filming police in public ruled lawful by court
Local newsHigh Court rules that filming SAPS officers in public is legal if police work is not obstructed.
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January fuel prices drop sharply as diesel sees biggest cut
Local newsFuel prices will fall from Wednesday, January 2026, driven by lower oil prices, a stronger rand and stable levies. Diesel…
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Hospitals welcome 334 New Year babies across KwaZulu-Natal
Local newsPublic hospitals saw equal boy and girl births, as health leaders voiced concern over teenage pregnancy and renewed calls for…
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Keep learners safe on roads, online and in school
Local newsPractical safety tips help learners stay safe at school, online, and on the road.
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A 2025 success story: Vryheid unites to save the 1885 Raadsaal
Local newsThe 1885 Nieuwe Republiek Raadsaal is restored through community-driven action after years of decay.
